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But several smoke bombs were still hurled out of the terraces - including one which was thrown from one set of fans to the other. Seats and bottles were seen thrown onto the pitch, toilets were smashed and windows were caved in at Tommy Cheadle's pub

Stoke fans were held back at full-time in a bid to keep the peace. It was the largest away following for an Academy side since under-21 teams were introduced into the Checkatrade Trophy in 2016. Police have shut off part of Burslem as they try to restore order.

Police line up in front of Stoke fans at Vale Park. (Image: Malcolm Hart)

Police line up down Hamil Road after Port Vale beat Stoke City in Checkatrade Trophy. (Image: Malcolm Hart)

In the stands as Stoke City under-21s take on Port Vale. (Image: Malcolm Hart)